Seen in Rotterdam, Netherlands

Brocade breaks the stripe

A cropped pink-and-red brocade waistcoat sits over a long striped shirt, with generous cuffs and wide indigo jeans.

Why it works

The short vest draws a waistline without hiding the long shirt. Fine stripes and ornate flowers contrast in scale and texture, while dark denim gives both a steady base.

Make it yours · Shift the proportion

Let shirt hems and cuffs extend beyond a short top layer. Try a waistcoat or sleeveless knit you own; a patterned scarf can add contrast if both layers are plain.

Pieces

Pink-red brocade waistcoat · Long blue striped shirt · Extended shirt cuffs · Wide indigo jeans · Burgundy shoes